Who Saw Something in You First?

Main message: The sermon highlights the power of affirming and naming God-given potential in others. A simple, sincere “I see in you” can help people recognize their calling and step into what God may be asking of them.

Key points:

• Dave Ferguson’s “HeroMaker” idea includes the tool of saying, “I see in you.”
• The speaker shares how Rusty Gaye encouraged him in 8th grade by saying he saw God’s call on his life.
• That affirmation opened the speaker’s eyes to the possibility that God could use his life.
• Calling out gifts in others is not limited to vocational ministry; it can apply to many kinds of callings.
• The impact of someone speaking life and calling into you can last for decades.

Scriptures mentioned: none